Uttar Pradesh govt signs pact with Hinduja Group firm to expand broadband connectivity
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चर्चा में क्यों
The Uttar Pradesh government signed an MoU with OneOTT Intertainment Ltd (Hinduja Group) to expand high-speed broadband connectivity under 'Project Ganga'.
पृष्ठभूमि
The project aims to provide internet access to over 20 lakh households in Uttar Pradesh within two to three years. It targets the creation of over one lakh direct and indirect employment opportunities and plans to train 8,000 to 10,000 local youths as digital service providers at the Nyaya Panchayat level.
प्रीलिम्स के लिए तथ्य
- तथ्यProject Ganga aims to provide internet access to over 20 lakh households in Uttar Pradesh.
- तथ्यThe project targets creating more than one lakh direct and indirect employment opportunities.
- तथ्यThe initiative plans to train 8,000 to 10,000 local youths as digital service providers at the Nyaya Panchayat level.
- स्थानThe project is being implemented in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
मेन्स के लिए
Q. Discuss how expanding high-speed broadband connectivity in rural areas can bridge the digital divide and foster inclusive economic growth in India.
उत्तर के आयाम
- Infrastructure gap: Bridging the last-mile connectivity deficit in rural hinterlands to ensure equitable access to digital services.
- Skill development: Transitioning rural youth into digital service providers to facilitate local e-governance and economic participation.
- Gender inclusivity: Addressing the gender digital divide by prioritizing women's participation in digital literacy and service provision.
कीवर्ड: Digital Divide · Last-mile Connectivity · Inclusive Growth · E-governance · Digital Literacy
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